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YT57 MLJ

2007 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

217,612 mi
Last recorded217,612 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta90,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT57 MLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 217,612 miles

oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2016 206,877 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak on engine

Pass 14 Apr 2015 176,516 miles
Pass 5 May 2014 142,315 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 103,554 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 8 May 2013 103,554 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 May 2012 63,472 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 May 2012 63,472 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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YT57 MLJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 90,374 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YT57 MLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YT57 MLJ registered?

YT57 MLJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 9 October 2007.

Is YT57 MLJ safe to buy?

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